: Ichigo finds Rurichiyo crying on the roof at night. He tries to reassure her that they chose to protect her of their own free will and that she shouldn't blame herself.
, titled "The Princess' Decision, the Sorrowful Bride," is the 13th episode of the The New Captain Shūsuke Amagai arc (Season 9). This filler-exclusive episode marks a significant turning point in the Kasumiōji clan conspiracy as Princess Rurichiyo Kasumiōji takes matters into her own hands to protect her friends. Episode Summary Bleach Episode 180
: This is the final episode of the original Bleach anime produced in a 4:3 aspect ratio . From episode 181 onward, the series transitioned to 16:9 widescreen . : Ichigo finds Rurichiyo crying on the roof at night
: This episode is part of a "filler arc," meaning its events do not appear in the original manga by Tite Kubo. It was created to allow the manga more time to progress. : This episode is part of a "filler
: Witnessing her friends' suffering, Rurichiyo feels deeply responsible for their injuries.